Sabaidee ! Bienvenue à Sep Lai ! Nous servons de la nourriture traditionnelle laotienne en utilisant de nombreux ingrédients locaux pour créer des plats uniques et authentiques. Comme c'est la norme au Laos, tous nos plats sont faits pour être partagés ! Bien que vous puissiez trouver des similitudes avec d'autres plats d'Asie du Sud-Est tels que les plats thaïlandais ou vietnamiens, la cuisine laotienne est une cuisine distincte avec ses propres saveurs complexes et excitantes. Pleine d'herbes fraîches, de légumes crus, de viandes savoureuses et toujours accompagnée d'un panier de riz gluant, nous sommes fiers de partager cette cuisine avec tout le monde, y compris les végétaliens, les végétariens et les personnes sensibles au gluten ! Nous espérons que les plats de nos parents et de nos grands-parents vous inspireront le même réconfort et la même joie qu'à nous, et que vous vous exclamerez : "Sep lai ! C'était délicieux !"
Détails
Nos Spécialités
Rouleaux de printemps, rouleaux impériaux, soupe Khao Poon, salade de papaye, Laap, Som Pak, hamburger Lao & soupe aux nouilles de melon d'hiver.
Sep Lai est un charmant restaurant du quartier Pointe-Saint-Charles, reconnu pour sa cuisine laotienne authentique et savoureuse. Les convives soulignent régulièrement la fraîcheur et la belle présentation des plats, notamment le menu dégustation, les rouleaux impériaux, les soupes et la crème brûlée au pandan. L'établissement propose une atmosphère chaleureuse et intime, complétée par une magnifique terrasse qui offre un cadre des plus agréables en été. En tant qu'apportez votre vin, le restaurant est perçu comme une option de grande qualité à un prix raisonnable, et le service attentionné contribue souvent à une expérience conviviale réussie. Bien que certains clients aient noté des variations occasionnelles dans l'assaisonnement ou le rythme du service lors des périodes d'affluence, l'endroit demeure une destination incontournable pour ceux qui apprécient des saveurs uniques dans un environnement accueillant.
If you are looking for an incredible introduction to authentic Laotian cuisine in Montreal, the family-style tasting menu at Sep Lai in Pointe-Saint-Charles is an absolute steal at $54 a person. The pacing splits the meal into beautifully balanced stages, prioritizing fresh herbs, bright acids, & complex textures over standard takeout tropes.
Fried Rolls with Vegetables: Crisply fried wrappers with a savory vegetable filling, made even better by the signature, tangy Dao sauce. A good start to a great meal ahead.
Broth Khao Poon: A standout comfort bowl. The red curry & coconut milk broth manages to be incredibly rich & aromatic without feeling heavy. So much flavour bringing us back to our Tom yums we got in Thailand.
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Tam Mak Houng (Papaya Salad): Bracingly vibrant, funky, & packing a sharp, spicy punch. It cuts beautifully through the richer items on the table.
The Chicken Laap: A beautiful execution of the national dish of Laos. It is incredibly fresh, finely minced, & heavily perfumed with fresh Laotian Herbs. So freaking good & light!
Nem Khao (Crispy Rice with Pork Sausages): A textures-driven masterpiece. The crunch of the seasoned rice mixed with the savory, sour pork sausage creates the ultimate bite.
Sai Oua Balls: Perfectly spiced lemongrass porkballs. The herbal notes shine through, especially when dunked in the accompanying jeow som (a sour, spicy dipping sauce). One of the favourite of the meal.
Ping Kai: Simple but flawlessly executed grilled chicken skewers. They arrive juicy, smoky from the grill, & are served with a savory jeow for dipping.
We also got the giant shrimp Mok PA! So delicious, perfectly cooked & tender & accompanied with that herbaceous sauce!
The Verdict: For $54, this is easily one of the best-valued tasting menus in the city. Because Sep Lai is a cozy, intimate spot, the food feels deeply personal & home-cooked, offering a massive variety of bold Southeast Asian flavors without breaking the bank.
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Wow! What a little gem of a place.
Right by Charlevoix metro, it's super accessible either by public transit or by cycling from the nearby canal bike path.
We decided to order the tasting menu for 2, which had most of the items we wanted anyways. Plus, our server modified some items for similar ones that we preferred!
The spring rolls were incredibly fresh & tasty, & the peanut butter sauce was pure goodness. Same thing for the soup!
I'd say it's not the ideal place for vegetarians as there's a lot of fish & oyster sauce in most of the meals, but it's perfect for pescatarians.
They also use local mushrooms & shrimps from Gaspesie.
The mini crème brûlée was the perfect ending to the night.
They're a shared-table style of restaurant, but the tables are very big so you wouldn't feel much different than at regular tables that are close to each other.
I can't wait to come back for the terrasse!
We were really looking forward to trying Sep Lai for authentic Lao food, but unfortunately, it was a huge disappointment. Every dish we ordered was dominated by an overwhelming artificial lime flavor that tasted anything but authentic.
The sai oua (Lao sausage) was far too salty, & both the papaya salad & mango salad were nearly inedible. The nem khao & laab gai (chicken) didn't fare any better. In fact, we barely finished the dishes we ordered - which says a lot.
When a place advertises as authentic, you expect freshness & balance, but this was the opposite. I do not recommend Sep Lai & will not be back.
Great neighborhood treasure ...creative, delicious Laotian cuisine. Dinner last night was so good I thanked the chef. Everything she prepared was delicious & fresh, with great combinations of flavors. The tapioca & taro pudding with coconut cream & black sesame seeds is one of the best desserts I've ever had. Charming terrace out back in the summer.
